Ready to taste the best food in Hiroshima? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Hiroshima.
Destination
Hiroshima, Japan
Category
Food Tours
Duration
3 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English, Hindi, 日本語, Melayu, Indonesian
Included
Private Guide
10 Local Food & Drink Tastings
Vegetarian Options Available
All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
Entrance to attractions
6 reasons to book this tour
Can be 100% customized to your food wishes
Taste the best of the Japanese cuisine
Try classic Momijimanju & Okonomiyaki at real local hotspots
10 local tastings
Stop to see highlights of the city along the way
It’s not just food; it’s local culture
What you can expect
Fall in love with the flavorful Japanese cuisine on this delicious food tour in Hiroshima! Enjoy a selection of 10 food and drink tastings hand-picked by your foodie local host, just for you and spread over at least 3 different local spots. From yummy must-tries like Momijimanju to unique dishes typical of the city such as Okonomiyaki; you’re in for a treat, so bring your appetite.
This culinary tour in Hiroshima is a cultural journey that takes you further than the food you’ll eat. As you enjoy authentic local bites ranging from savory, sweet as well as drinks, you’ll also discover the city and its highlights. Stop to admire the Street food Stalls, Hondori Shopping Street, and Okonomi Village and hear about their local relevance from your host as you hop from one food hot spot to the other - what can be better than that?
Want to know what this food tour has in store for you? Your local foodie has you covered! And because sharing is caring, you and your group will get to try bites of famous dishes. Each of the hosts has carefully selected the tastings you’ll enjoy during this food tour. All of them passionate about food and their city, know the best spots to get the most authentic and typical bites. Pick your host according to your interests and you’ll be a part of a unique and flavorful experience catered to your taste buds.
Looking for a vegetarian alternative? It’s possible! The tour has been created with alternative tastings to fit your preferences. Just let your host know! The foodie locals are ready to take you on the best food tour in Hiroshima. All you have to do is check out their profiles and pick your favorite local for a delicious culinary experience. This Hiroshima food tour can be 100% personalized to match your diet and allergies.
Choose your local
Get to know these 4 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.
Nabeel
Your Adventure Guide: Crafting Unforgettable Experiences in Hiroshima:)
4.836 reviews
English・日本語
Nisa
A Curious Explorer
5.01 review
English・Hindi・日本語
Awais
Awais
4.848 reviews
English・Hindi・日本語
Haq
Master Mind
4.944 reviews
English・Hindi・日本語・Melayu・Indonesian
This is the plan
Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.
Meeting point
Meet at Meet at the red Cube in Alice Garden - Hiroshima to start your journey
Itinerary
This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.
10 Tastings
This tour includes 10 food and drink tastings. Your local host has hand-picked each one of the tastings based on their love for food, and knowledge of the city. Enjoy only the most authentic bites the city has to offer!
The Classics
A food tour in Hiroshima would not be complete without the most typical and beloved dishes in town. Enjoy a bite of the ultimate classics Momijimanju and Okonomiyaki and taste them in their true local flavor!
Locals’ Favorites
Discover more of the local cuisine by trying some of the ultimate locals’ favorites food treats. Try unique food, typical of Hiroshima picked by your local host and hear why they love it so much!
Typical Drinks
With drinks included as part of the tastings this real experience comes with a real local spirit! Your local host will quench your thirst with a selection of drinks like coffee, unique beverages, and alcoholic (or non-alcoholic) cocktails, wine and beer.
City Highlights
This tour is more than just food, it’s a cultural experience! In between food stops, discover city highlights for a well-rounded experience that will satisfy your appetite for Hiroshima. From food, drinks, must-sees and local hot spots; this tour has everything on the menu!
Vegetarian Alternative
Looking for a vegetarian alternative? It’s possible! The tour has been created with alternative tastings to fit your preferences. Just let your host know!
Special Diet or Allergies?
If you follow a special diet or have an allergy to a specific food, let your host know! They’ll make sure to take that into consideration so you can have an enjoyable and safe experience
Make it yours
Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.
Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.
Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.
Flexible cancellation policy
Feel confident booking
Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.
Change of plans?
Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.
Loved by travelers worldwide
Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.
Reviews from guests
Bruce
(About local )
28 May 2025
Haq was a terrific guide for our food tour. Hiroshima has so many food options but we asked him to preference those foods that Hiroshima was known for. His local knowledge was invaluable and each course was delivered with an informative dialogue. We ended our tour in the Peace Memorial Park and his knowledge of WW11 and the A-bomb was incredible. Our heads were spinning! Thankyou Haq for a great day.Great food accompanied by history lesson.
Emily🇳🇿 New Zealand
(About local )
16 April 2025
Great tour with Awais. He is very knowledgeable about the history of Hiroshima and the atomic bomb. He took us to a few excellent food places where we tried local speciality dishes on his recommendations which were delicious! Would definitely recommend.
Dave
(About local )
31 March 2025
We really enjoyed our food tour in Hiroshima with Haq. He was very knowledgeable about Hiroshima and its history and was a fun and entertaining guide. The food choices were great and he took us to excellent smaller places off the beaten path that would have been difficult to find on our own. We liked that he was really well-informed on how each selection was important to the food scene in Hiroshima. Haq also shared personal stories about his experiences living in the city which gave us an insider’s perspective that we really appreciated. We loved our tour - it felt like we were visiting a new city with a good friend. Highly recommended! An Evening with Hiroshima's Top Guide
Becky
(About local )
17 March 2025
Awais was very knowledgeable and really tailored our experience to our group. Thanks for going above and beyond. We would recommend his tour to anyone visiting Hiroshima. Excellent guide
Keith
(About local )
4 January 2025
Haq was fantastic. He got our tour last minute bc our original guide got the flu. He was very friendly and took us to the best food spots. We got to taste all the local favorites. Haq had made reservations for us and we even had spots waiting for us at places that don’t take reservations!! The food was amazing. Haq knows so much about the town and the culture. We have traveled many places and always get a guide to show us around and Haq is definitely at the top of our all time favorites. Book with Haq and you will not be disappointed!Great day with Haq
rcfwhgjd9x🇭🇰 Hong Kong
(About local )
24 November 2024
We had an excellent tour with Haq sharing his love of food and knowledge of Hiroshima at the same time. It’s fantastic to be shown around by someone who speaks the language and knows the area and history too! We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend it for anyone who wants to try some local food with the man in the know while exploring the city. Wonderful way to enjoy hiroshima
Adria
(About local )
23 June 2024
Awais went above and beyond for us! I’m traveling with my daughter and her bestie, just in our small group we have an allergy to peanuts and a pescatarian. Awais went to all of the planned places the night before to double check for any allergy or dietary restrictions issues. He also spent extra time walking us around the area which really expanded our understanding of the community, reconstruction post WWII, and history of the food.
His English is almost perfect!! So much more than expected!!
Stijn🇧🇪 Belgium
(About local )
8 April 2024
We enjoyed the food tasting trip in Hiroshima with Nabeel as a perfect guide. He knew the nice places to visit and taste food. We liked the tatoyaki and okonomiyaki a lot. Great experience with a great guide!Nabeel as a perfect guide
Matt🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
2 June 2025
Awais provided us a good tour and overview of the central Hiroshima experience in the brief window we had available. It really illuminated the concluding events of World War II and the details associated with the bombing of the city. Very important and sobering information.Good tour of Central Hiroshima History
Rachel🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
30 May 2025
We had an amazing few hours with Awais! His knowledge about all things Hiroshima is commendable and has a gentle way of sharing the insights and stories of Hiroshima.
After meeting us, Awais tailored our time together. Our suggestion is to book a morning tour. Thank you again Awais, anyone coming to Hiroshima we recommend Awais as your guide. Hiroshima insights - Awais is your man!
Leigh🇸🇬 Singapore
(About local )
24 May 2025
Awais has a love for Hiroshima, the history and the culture. We had a super 3 hour tour, he knows all the little extras, the smaller exhibits that have zero crowds. From these we learned the history and had time to think and reflect. Awais has lunchtime tips too! Great experience, thank you. Awesome day.
Andrew 🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
23 May 2025
Our family of four spent 3 fantastic hours with Haq. He was very knowledgeable, funny and informative. We learned so much about Hiroshima, the war, the park and Japanese culture. We have taken guided tours all over the world and Haq rates up there with the best. Do not hesitate to select Haq ( the fact that he is not Japanese added to the tour since he has a very personal understanding of a foreigner’s view of the culture). Awsome Afternoon
Jan🇳🇱 Netherlands
(About local )
19 May 2025
We had an exceptional experience with our tour guide in Hiroshima. He was not only fluent in clear and easily understandable English but also incredibly knowledgeable about the history surrounding the A-bomb. His expertise in presenting different perspectives and contextualizing historical events was truly impressive. Additionally, he provided us with a deeper understanding of Japanese culture, adding layers of meaning to every site we visited. His passion for the city and its history was evident and made our visit both educational and memorable. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a thoughtful and well-rounded tour of Hiroshima.Exceptional Guide - Highly Recommended
Paul🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
13 May 2025
If you’re looking for an informed Hiroshima guide then Haq’s your man. He adapted the tour to our interests even allowing for some special event that was happening at the Peace Museum. We learned a lot and he helped us get back to the station on time for our return train. Highly recommended.Haq knows his stuff!
Kathrina🇩🇪 Germany
(About local )
5 May 2025
Everything was great, we enjoyed a 3h walking tour with a lot of information about Hiroshima. Great!
Gavin🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
29 April 2025
We really enjoyed our tour of Hiroshima with Haq. He was a very knowledgable guide and shared some interesting insights which helped us understand the context behind the atomic bomb and its aftermath, as well as other Japanese cultural and geopolitical issues. He was particularly patient with my daughters (13, 11, 5) and showed great flexibility and generosity when one of the girls felt unwell during the tour. He quickly adapted and offered to use his own car to make it more comfortable for us to continue the tour rather than cancelling. Well beyond the call of duty. I would happily recommend this tour (and Haq in particular). Great tour of Horoshima
Todd
(About local )
28 April 2025
We had a great tour with Awais - it was enjoyable and it was evident he had amazing knowledge of the historical areas and events. I couldn’t fault the tour and the information as it was exactly what we were after. The only downside I would mention would be related to the price - value rating and some simple communication errors. When we booked the tour it was advertised as a private guide, upon arriving we were told we needed to wait for another couple joining us. They were a lovely couple and there was no issues with them, however I was a little annoyed with the price we paid and the fact it was advertised as private to have another couple on the tour.
Furthermore, we had to organise a baby sitter and we had numerous requests from Awais for time changes beforehand which did add a layer of complexity,
Secondly, we did the museum beforehand to ensure we could maximise the site visits, however upon arriving Awais suggested he was going to take us into the museum. This should have been communicated before and did affect the efficiency of the tour. All in all I enjoyed it but did find it slightly expensive. Great tour with informative guide
Bharat🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
27 April 2025
Awais is a very knowledgeable guide, who was able to show us around Hiroshima at a gentle pace and did not rush even though we had a tight schedule. He was able to point out all the sites of interest and presented facts in a pleasant way.
His recommendations for lunch wasnspot on, we probably would have never gone to the restaurant without knowing that they served dishes which are a Hiroshima speciality.
All in all it was a great day.
Thanks Awais!
Hiroshima with Awais
marian🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
26 April 2025
We had the best tour with haq would highly recommend him he was so friendly very informative - great company Hiroshima tour
Susan🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
25 April 2025
Nabeel took our family of 8 on a 3 hour walking tour of Hiroshima. He offered to meet us at Hiroshima station and brought us to all of the major historical sites, starting at the Peace Memorial Museum. He is a kind and friendly person and is very knowledgeable about the history of Hiroshima. We highly recommend Nabeel if you are looking for a guide in Hiroshima!Great Hiroshima tour with Nabeel
Alison🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
25 April 2025
Great tour with Haq. Thank you very much! Wonderful experience
Tony🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
24 April 2025
Our group of four had a great day with Haq whilst visiting Hiroshima by cruise. Haq met us at the cruise terminal and allowed us to coordinate a tour with all the must-do’s of Hiroshima, including a ferry ride to Miyajima, tasting local delicacies, eating a traditional lunch of Okonomiyaki or Hiroshima-yaki as known by the locals! We travelled into town for an informative afternoon at the Hiroshima Peace Park, all at our own pace with expert local knowledge. I can highly recommend Haq, we highly recommend and would use him again if we were visiting Hiroshima.A must if travelling to Hiroshima!
Mona🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
22 April 2025
After a lengthy unexpected delay getting off our ship Ali worked hard to reschedule our day. He reworked local transportation, got us through crowded sections of the Hiroshima memorial, had great insights to share with our group and finished our experience with a wonderful okinomiaki. While the day presented challenges beyond his control, he managed to pull off a full tour for us.
All in all, a special day to remember.Hiroshima
Lucia
(About local )
20 April 2025
We recently had the pleasure of taking a tour in Hiroshima with Haq, and it was absolutely exceptional! From start to finish, Haq captivated us with his deep knowledge, engaging storytelling, and passion for the history of Hiroshima. We highly recommend him, you won’t regret it!An Unforgettable Tour in Hiroshima!
Michael🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
20 April 2025
We did a tour with Awais. His knowledge and history of the Peace Park and Museum was outstanding. He carefully navigated us through the museum and the park in a skilful way so we could learn and see lots in the park while making sure we saw what we wanted too. Then later visiting the castle and the gardens was also wonderful.
We spoke to other passengers on our cruise about their group tour and they didn’t even do half of what we were able to see with Awais.
Thank you Awais for a wonderful day. We will remember Hiroshima fondly because of you. A perfect day of history and beauty
Simone🇭🇰 Hong Kong
(About local )
20 April 2025
We had a great time with Haq - the Peace Park, the Hiroshima castle and Miya-jima. We had a great meal of okonimiyaki and also learnt a lot from Haq along the way. The tour is much longer than 5 hours due to the fact that Miyajima is a train-ride away and there's a lot to see there, so keep that in mind when you decide what you'd like to prioritize seeing. Haq is very open to being flexible, which is great and the tour worked very well for our group, which was three people, but three generations - and everyone had a great time ! Amazing tour of Hiroshima and Miyajima
Paul🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
18 April 2025
We really enjoyed our tour. Unfortunately, our plans were confused by restraints imposed by our cruise boat so a five or six hour tour had to be rearranged at the last minute. Our guide, Nabeel, was very accommodating and flexible and because the day was fine and sunny, we gave more time to parks and gardens than to castles and museums. Nabeel was informative, interesting and very responsive to our needs and interests. Altogether, a very positive experience. A great Afternoon in Hiroshima
Renarta🇯🇵 Japan
(About local )
16 April 2025
Interesting tour, information rich and kind approach. Full of facts, flexible in time taken and numerous sights seen. Was brilliant also with a 10 and 14 year old.
Also gave further recommendations for Hiroshima. Great tour
Chevy🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
14 April 2025
Thank you for taking good care of our clients, they did have a wonderful time.
Will keep in touch with future guests
Chevy Excellent collabration with Awais
Lucas
(About local )
14 April 2025
We had a wonderful tour in Hiroshima! She was kind, attentive, and incredibly helpful throughout the day. Thank you so much, Nisa!
Jessica🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
10 April 2025
Wow! Ali was an exceptional host. I was hesitant to send my grandparents off on their own with a stranger in a city where they don’t speak the language, but Ali was accommodating, professional and kind throughout the process. Even offering to bring them back to the train station. He went above and beyond in creating a day they will add to the memory bank! Thank you, Ali! Professional, Exceptional, Humbling
Unknown
(About local )
10 April 2025
We enjoyed our day in Hiroshima and Miyajima Island with Haq.
Haq picked us up from our cruise terminal and the day touring the highlights of Miyajima Island (famous vermilion Torii Gate) and Hiroshima (Atomic Bomb sights) went very smoothly. Haq was very knowledgeable on the history of Hiroshima.Hiroshima and Miyajima Island with Haq
Dori🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
9 April 2025
Nabeel created a most interesting itinerary for us allowing us to explore at our own pace. He provided an interesting perspective on Japanese culture with excellent knowledge about the sites that we visited. He was extremely friendly and most pleasant to be with. We highly recommend that you contact him for an amazing tour of Hiroshima. Everything we hoped for!
Unknown
(About local )
7 April 2025
Haq was delightful. His enthusiasm was contagious and his love for Japan and its people is genuine and strong. His knowledge of both history and culture gave insight and added immeasurably to the experience. Our thanks to him and his friend who helped us enjoy our time in Hiroshima. A powerful time in Hiroshima
Linda🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
6 April 2025
Haq was an amazing tour guide. Our group of 8 friends from the U.S. learned so much on this tour about Hiroshima, the city, culture, and so much more. Haq arranged for a special meal at a local restaurant which was fabulous. We would highly recommend arranging a tour with Haq. Celebrity Japan Cruise friends
StayTick
(About local )
5 April 2025
Haq is a ver expectional and professional guides we enjoy working and collaborating with him. Looking forward to keep working with him more and more. Thanks Exceptional
Katie🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
3 April 2025
The 5-hour tour to Hiroshima and Miyajima was one of the highlights of our trip to Japan. Haq was an incredible tour guide. He gave us an insightful history lesson about the events leading up to the bomb dropping and how Hiroshima rebuilt itself. He made the entire tour very interesting for our three kids (15, 13, 12), which isn't always easy to do! He was flexible with the trip and was able to adjust the times due to our train schedule, which we appreciated. He took us off the beaten path to try local foods and point out interesting places on the tour, which we all enjoyed. We have used WithLocals and other countries, and we have always had a wonderful experience with our guides. 10/10!! Loved every minute of this tour!
Louise 🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
27 March 2025
Our tour group of seven had a total of nine tours during our cruise. All tours were private guided and hand picked by the group leader.
Haq was unanimously voted the best guide . Here is why.
He was very organized, prompt, knowledgeable and accommodated the mobility needs of some of our group. Our tour of Hiroshima was excellent from beginning to end.
Not only did he take us to the requisite places one would expect to see on a one day tour of the city, but he also. Went above and beyond to provide information, historical context, and importantly, some personal information based on his time spent in Hiroshima and his experiences.
Beyond guiding us gently through the peace park and museums he shared, anecdotal stories from his family and personal experiences that Provided a fresh insight into not only the situation in Hiroshima During andafter the war, but life stories from someone who is not native to Japan.
Our group found these interactions, most interesting.
Thank you, Haq for a memorable day. If you have the opportunity to tour Hiroshima with him, you will not be disappointed..
Haq voted Best Japan Guide !
Paul
(About local )
26 March 2025
Haq was just fabulous. He had incredibly detailed knowledge of the places we visited and described everything in an interesting and humorous manner. He also had great knowledge of Japanese people, their history and culture. Haq made our tour extremely interesting and entertaining. Best guide ever
kristin🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
26 March 2025
Nabeel was so patient with the barrage of questions from our family. There was no way this your could be done in 5 hours, yet we never were made to feel rushed. It was so nice to have a guide navigate the transit system for us, that saved us so much time!Above and beyond
Jason🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
25 March 2025
Awais is a highly knowledgeable tour guide in Hiroshima. He thoughtfully explained all monuments in the Peace Park and gave context around the events before and after 1945.Excellent tour of Hiroshima
Bridget
(About local )
24 March 2025
Haq is not only friendly and warm, he has an incredible wealth of knowledge to share. We ended this tour feeling like we had learned many things you couldn't possibly know without a guide as knowledgeable about Japanese history and culture as Haq. We have booked others guides with WithLocals, and Haq is by far the best we've encountered because of his passion and generosity. We will never forget our time in the beautiful Hiroshima. Thank you, Haq!Incredible wealth of knowledge
Dr. Luiza
(About local )
24 March 2025
Haq was very nice and accommodating. Visiting the Peace Memorial Park with him was deeply moving—he brought insight, compassion, and strength to the experience. He gave us a good brush history lesson. He is very knowledgeable. Excellent guide
Unknown
(About local )
24 March 2025
Nabeel was absolutely incredible!!! Such an amazing tour and he was not only so knowledgeable about everything he’s also so hilarious! He made it a truly unforgettable experienceAmazing 💛
Nasim🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
22 March 2025
We recommend this tour with Haq. First, he is very responsive. I had some questions shortly after booking and it was very easy to get in touch. As for the tour itself, Haq was very knowledgeable - not just about the sites we visited but also about Japan generally. He was also enthusiastic about sharing his knowledge, he welcomed all questions, and he was attentive to the group and tailored the stops to our preferences. We enjoyed the tour overall. Great Tour Guide
Cindy🇨🇦 Canada
(About local )
18 March 2025
Haq was passionate and adapted well to our large group that included kids. We learned a lot and got to discover some local things off the beaten path. Friendly, thoughtful, informational
Duncan🇫🇷 France
(About local )
13 March 2025
We were a large group of 23 and Ali did a great job in organising and adapting the tour to our needs. He had great local knowledge and experience, and his ability to retain such a vast amount of historical information was impressive. He communicated well and kept our interest throughout. We would strongly recommend his services.Enjoyable, flexible and informative
David
(About local )
10 March 2025
Nabeel shaukat is a highly recommended guide he is very courteous, knowledgeable and he took care of us excellently so if your looking for a guide don't hesitate. We went by public transport and took care of everything. Brilliant 👏Excellent guide highly recommended
Chile
(About local )
9 March 2025
The tour was quite complete, they took all the time to explain and show us the city, Nabeel was a really good guide, he didn't even limit us with the stairs (my friend uses a wheelchair, but she walks anyway), dedicating his time to us without pressure while he told us anecdotes and tips about the city and the places visited.Quite complete and dedicated tour
vickibunyan76
(About local )
7 March 2025
Haq is a sincere and thorough guide. He tells the stories of Hiroshima in a way that interests both adults and children. He kept us going so that we could maximise our time and we would recommend him highly to learn about Hiroshima. Thankyou Haq!A wonderful tour with Haq
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